Wrist saver block

Abstract

A wrist saver Yoga block includes a handle which decreases stress and strain of a user's wrist joint by lessening the degree of extension of a user's wrist so as to substantially prevent the user's wrist from being positioned at a 90 degree angle with respect to the user's hand when the user is performing Yoga, poses, Pilates, push-ups, hand stands, dips or other upper body weight bearing exercises.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a non-provisional application of and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 785,868, filed on Apr. 15, 2011. The entire contents of are incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND[0002]This invention relates generally to sports accessories and exercise equipment, and more particularly, to a wrist saver block for Yoga poses, Pilates, push-ups, hand stands, dips, and other upper body weight bearing exercises.[0003]Lightweight foam blocks are known in the art of Yoga and Pilates and are used for several purposes. Such blocks or “bricks” are commonly used to achieve better form or flexibility while performing a Yoga pose, for example, to aid users unable to touch the ground with their hands during a particular pose. Blocks may also be placed between the legs during leg lifts in Pilates. Although commonly referred to as “Yoga blocks,” such blocks are not limited for use in Yoga or Pilates.[0004]When pe...

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Benefits of technology

The patent text describes a wrist saver block that helps reduce stress and strain on a user's wrist joint by reducing the amount of extension of the wrist during weight-bearing exercises such as Yoga poses and push-ups. The wrist saver block is comfortable, economical, and effective in preventing wrist injuries. It can be made from various materials like foam, cork, and wood. Overall, the wrist saver block helps maintain a healthier and more comfortable position for the wrist.

Problems solved by technology

When performing Yoga, Pilates, push-ups, or dips, users often experience pain in the wrist joint as a result of pressure applied to the wrist and hand by the user's body weight.

This position puts much stress on the wrist joint, resulting in pain and discomfort.

However, conventional Yoga or exercise blocks do not alleviate wrist pain experienced by users.

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